Salary: $92,287 – $99,295 + Super + Salary Packaging
We are excited to welcome an
In-home Therapy Assistant
to our
Cairns Individual Support Services team!
Help us provide specialist, trauma-informed care to vulnerable families, supporting them to build better relationships with their children and implement strategies to help with emotion regulation and boundaries. This role directly contributes to our mission of keeping children safe, healing them from trauma, and helping them lead happy lives.
Level 4 SCHCADS Award.
Salary range: $92,287 – $99,295 + Superannuation.
Full-time, maximum term contract opportunity until 30 June **** with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities
Empower carers and stakeholders
through trauma-informed, attachment-based coaching and role-modelling.
Strengthen and nurture families
by fostering secure attachments, creating positive routines, and promoting emotional resilience.
Drive collaboration
with ISS practitioners to align parenting strategies and behaviour support with child development best practices.
Deliver impactful interventions
in homes and communities, guided by therapeutic plans, while championing case plan goals and educational connections.
Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (social work, human services, allied health) with professional registration (if required), and a membership in a professional association (desirable).
At least two (2) years' experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or have experienced abuse and neglect.
Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
About Act for Kids




Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to helpkeep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.
You will have access to:
Salary packaging
up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
Extra leave
, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
Fitness Passport
including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
Access to our
Employee Assistance Program
including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
Ongoing
career development
through our annual PD fund and structured support.
Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.
Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We're more than just a workplace—we're a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer ******* and ******* by the Diversity Council Australia.
How to Apply
Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.
Please include:
Resume
Cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.
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📌 In-Home Therapy Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 Act for Kids
📍 Queensland